Nordic Center Instructor/Attendant - Occasional status

Solitude Mountain Resort; Solitude (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Solitude season pass for you and/

Discounts on lift tickets

Discounts on food, rentals, and retail

Comprehensive benefits (medical, etc.)

401(k) plan with company match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Solitude Mountain Resort is seeking a Nordic Center Instructor/Attendant to lead group and private Nordic lessons, guide snowshoe tours, and support rental operations at the Nordic Center. The role emphasizes excellent guest service, basic math, and weekend/holiday winter availability.

Candidates should understand Nordic ski techniques (classic and skate), assist with retail sales and rental distribution, and maintain a safe, friendly environment for guests of all ages.

Qualifications

• Instruct group/private Nordic lessons for all ages and abilities.
• Provide guest information and assist with rentals and sales.
• Able to work weekends/holidays and some evenings during winter.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions about resort terrain, snow, and conditions.
• Answer incoming phone calls and coordinate guest services.
• Shovel snow and assist with trail maintenance.
• Conduct cross country lessons for varied ages/abilities.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and footwear/rental spaces.
• Host snowshoe tours and ensure safety during activities.
• Follow opening/closing procedures and manage transactions.
• Sell tickets and distribute Nordic rental equipment as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Basic math

Winter outdoor work

Nordic Ski techniques

Retail sales (Nordic Shop)

Equipment rental knowledge

Snowshoe operations

Guided tours

Tools

Point-of-sale transactions

Job description

Occasional

JOB TITLE: Nordic Center Instructor/Attendant

DIVISION: Nordic Center

REPORTS TO: Nordic Center Manager

LOCATION: Nordic Center

CLASSIFICATION: Occasional / Seasonal/ Hourly

Purpose Of Position

The Nordic Center Instructor/Attendant is responsible for instructing group and private lessons for various age and ability levels, guiding snowshoe tours, providing information to guests, and directing them to appropriate base areas, as well as assisting guests with rental equipment. This position must have excellent customer service skills, basic math skills, and be willing to work weekends and holidays during the winter season as well as occasional evenings

Specific Job Requirements

• Provide an exceptional guest experience
• Must be able to maintain accurate transactions
• Ability to work outside in all winter conditions
• Strong understanding of ski resort operations
• Support and follow Solitude Mountain Resort policies and procedures.
• Able to hike, snowshoe,
• Knowledge of Nordic Ski techniques (classic and skate ski) is required
• Wax and ski technician
• Ski and snowshoe rental tech
• Knowledge of snowshoe and Nordic Trails
• Has experience of/or ability to learn to sell products in Nordic Retail Shop
• Has experience of/or ability to learn to distribute Nordic ski and snowshoe rental equipment

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Answer questions about the resort, terrain, snow, and grooming conditions
• Answer incoming phone calls
• Shoveling and snow removal
• Conduct group and private cross country ski lessons that help guests of all ages and ability levels
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment (vacuum, shovel, toilet, etc.)
• Maintenance of Snowshoe and Nordic trails - flagging, shoveling, marking hazardous conditions
• Maintaining fencing around the Nordic center building,
• Provide a friendly professional demeanor, acknowledge guests with a smile
• Host guided and informative snowshoe tours
• Correctly follow all opening and closing procedures
• Maintain accurate transactions
• Quickly notify manager of any shortage in retail/rental merchandise, register funds or unsafe situations
• Sell tickets at correct rate in a courteous and friendly manner
• Be conscious of safety at all times while completing job duties and responsibilities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Solitude Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to recruit, hire, train, assign, promote, and transfer the best qualified individual for each job opening and provide such employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, nationality, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, sexual preference, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. The Company makes all employment decisions, including selection, training, job assignment, compensation, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and access to benefits without regard to these protected statuses. Solitude Mountain Resort also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Perks Of Working Here

Work & Play in the Mountains:

• Embrace the stunning Wasatch Mountains.
• Connect with fellow mountain enthusiasts.

Benefits

• Access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations.
• Free Solitude season pass for you and eligible dependents.
• Discounts on solitude lift tickets for friends and family.
• Discounts on food, rentals, retail, and lessons.

Other Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
• Pro deals with outdoor brands.
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free counseling service through Employee Assistance Program.